That’s Not Funny (Trailer)

That’s Not Funny takes a close look at the history of taboo and controversy in comedy. The use of sensitive subjects such as religion, race, gender, rape, and tragedy—topics that frequently provoke outrage—is examined in depth.

Before the rise of the internet, jokes told by comedians were typically heard only by audiences physically present in the room. Today, however, almost everything is recorded and shared online, turning comedians into lightning rods for controversy. Director Mike Celestino explores the increasingly blurred line between what is considered “funny” and what is deemed “offensive,” interviewing individuals on both sides of the debate and capturing their often passionate responses.